Romania

Advantages

1. Industry Relevance

Romania offers a flourishing online gambling market, with a rising number of players and increasing revenue. This trend suggests a receptive audience for new entrants.
EU membership grants access to a wider European market, facilitating potential expansion.

2. Regulatory Framework

Romania has well-defined regulations for online gambling established by Law No. 286/2009. This provides clarity and predictability for businesses.
The licensing process for online gambling operations is transparent and streamlined, minimizing administrative burdens.

3. Regulator Reputation

The National Gambling Office (ONJN) is the regulatory body for online gambling. It has a reputation for being professional and efficient by prioritizes responsible gambling practices, which can enhance your company’s image.

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Jurisdiction: Romania
Regulator: Oficiul National pentru Jocuri de Noroc (ONJN)
License Name: Class I
Number of URLs: Multiple URLs can be used
Activities Allowed (casino, sportbetting, lottory): Casino, Sports betting, Lotteries, Poker, Bingo
Structure requirements (#shareholders/director/officers,MLRO): Information about directors and key officers MLRO is required
Basic requirements (business plan, website. demands from UBO, profitional background: Business plan and relevant CV
Local Physical Presence (Local Office and Local Staff): local office + local staff, including compliance and reporting officers.
Tax rate: Authorisation tax paid on an annual basis of 21% of the GGR, but not less than EUR 400K per year.
Minimum Capital Requirement: Annual licence fee of EUR 300K per year
Time Frame for License Issuance (as of submission): 6-8 Months
Regulatory leniency level (basic, intermediate, complex): Intermediate
License Validity: 10 Years
Reporting Frequency (Monthly/Quarterly/Annualy): Quarterly and annualy
Advantages: Reliable EU license with Reasonable tax rates.